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Travel Radiation Therapist
Springfield, Illinois
Memorial Health

$2,330-2,599/week

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Certification details

BLS
ARRT
IEMA IL license

Job details

Position / Specialty: Radiation Therapist
Shift: 4x10 Days (0900-1930) - *Schedule will vary based on department and unit needs. Traveler will work 8 or 10hr shifts each week*
Avg. Daily Census: 30
Years of experience REQ: Minimum 2 years' experience required.
First-timers accepted: No.
Weekend REQ: Will work weekends per dept need.

Job requirements

Certifications Required: BLS, ARRT, and IEMA IL license.
Adult Outpatient experience required.
Required Pretreatment skills/Experience: CT Simulation, Custom Molds, Custom Shield, Simulation of Treatment Sites, Tumor Localization.
Required Treatment Skills/Experience: Benign Brain Tumors, Craniospinal, External Beam Therapy, Heterotopic Bone,IMRT - Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy, Keloids, Prostate Cancer with Seeds/Fiducials, Respiratory Gating, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Superior Vena Cava.
Required Provision of Treatment to patients with: Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Kidney Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Testicular cancer.
Required General Skills: Chart check, Emergency Cases, Field Shaping, IV starts, Lift/Transfer devices, Patient/Family teaching.
Required Professional Knowledge and Skills: Isolation Precautions, Radiation Safety, Use of Rapid Response/Code teams.

Schedule information

Shift: 4x10 Days (0900-1930) - *Schedule will vary based on department and unit needs. Traveler will work 8 or 10hr shifts each week*
Open to accommodating block schedule? Discuss schedule requests with manager.
RTO Restrictions: Ideally no more than 5 days.

Unit specific information

Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Is on-call REQ? No.
Will clinician float within scope to meet facility needs? No.

Additional Details

Locals accepted: Yes- no radius.

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Memorial Health

4.0rating(21 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Memorial Health

4.0rating

Pros

Staff nurses are super friendly!

Cons

Unfortunately like everywhere in healthcare right now it seems like this facility is run like a business and does not put patient care first.

Anonymous

Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

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Review of Memorial Health on Sep 16, 2024

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Not-For-Profit Hospital
Short Term Acute Care
Level I Trauma
Teaching Institution
407 beds
Oracle Cerner

ADDRESS701 N 1st StSpringfield, IL 62781

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About Springfield, IL

As a Travel Radiation Therapist in Springfield, IL here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Springfield, IL is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.

Weather

In summer, the average high temperature is around 86°F, while the average low is around 65°F.
In winter, the average high temperature is around 36°F, and the average low is around 19°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Springfield, IL, and they are relatively easy to find.
Many options exist for furnished housing, catering to the needs of travel nurses.

Transportation

Springfield, IL is relatively car-friendly, with manageable traffic and ample parking.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

Springfield, IL has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities and the capital city status.

Things to Do

Springfield, IL offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, hiking trails, and nearby recreational areas.

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